Triphala in Ayurveda:
Triphala Dosage:
How to Consume Triphala?
Triphala is usually taken along with warm water. Triphala can be either taken as a powder in the form of triphala churna or you can also use equal amounts of the whole herbs. I always stock dried amla, haritaki and bibhitaki at home as I prefer to use the whole dried fruits for some remedies, for instance I love the mouth rinse made with the whole dried fruits for treating dental problems.
You can buy very good quality organic triphala churna in the markets and I would suggest using both the whole dried fruits and the triphala churna depending on the remedy it is used for. Along with the uses mentioned below, triphala also has positive impact on lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.
Triphala Side Effects:
8 Amazing Medicinal Uses Of Triphala:
1. Triphala For Weight Loss:
Triphala is a very amazing colon cleanser and helps remove toxins from the body. A good and effective digestive system is the key to healthy weight loss and triphala help us achieve it effortlessly. Triphala also treats all digestive related problems. Triphala also boosts metabolism and greatly aids weight loss when it is combined together with a good diet and exercise regimen. I found a study supporting this claim, you can read about it here.
2. Triphala For Hair:
Triphala when applied as a hair pack treats dandruff and stimulates hair growth. It also greatly prevents hair loss due to scalp problems. For making the hair pack, take required amount of triphala in a bowl and add boiling water to it. Make into a thick paste and let it sit till it comes to room temperature and then add enough homemade yogurt to make a spreadable paste and use it as a hair pack.
3. Triphala For Constipation:
Haritaki, one of the three ingredients that make up triphala is very very well known for it’s use in treating constipation. For treating constipation take triphala mixed with warm water before going to bed. Triphala is one of the safest and best medicines for treating constipation…
4. Triphala For Eyes: Triphala Eyewash
Triphala is great for improving the eyesight both when taken internally and used as an eyewash. To make triphala eye wash, take equal quantity of the three ingredients, pound bibhitaki and haritaki to remove the seeds first and then boil all the three ingredients in water till it reduces in half and strain. Make sure to strain using a fine cloth, let cool and use as an eyewash. This same decoction can be used as a mouth rinse too..
5. Triphala For Skin:
Triphala when applied as a face mask is great for treating and preventing acne. To make the face mask, take enough triphala powder, add enough homemade rose water and few drops of coconut oil (not for oily skin) make into a paste and use as a face mask. This is an amazing home remedy for treating acne.
6. Triphala For Arthritis:
People who are suffering from arthritis should consider taking triphala as it is a safe formulation if taken in proper dosage and greatly prevents further bone and cartilage degradation and this has been proven through clinical research, you can read about it here.
7. Triphala For Diabetes:
Triphala is a boon for diabetic patients and has a significant effect in reducing the blood sugar levels. I was astounded when I read that within 4 hours triphala reduced the blood sugar levels significantly. If you are a diabetic patient please take triphala under medical supervision as taking both prescription diabetic medicine and triphala should be done under careful observation. You can read about the anti diabetic activity here.
8. Triphala For Cancer:
One of the use of triphala that made me very happy was it’s use in greatly preventing precancerous lesions. One thing that really really upsets me is when our farm workers chew on tobacco as already one of our workers has developed cancer because of it. Triphala has been proven to greatly prevent the precancerous lesions and also reverse it! This use alone can save so many lives as many have tobacco chewing habit. You can read about the study proving it’s use here.
Hello Ramya. Thanks for the article. Very useful. How do you say those dried fruits in Tamil?
Haritaki is called kadukkai, Amalaki is nellikai and bhibitaki is called thandrikai in Tamil….
Thank you Ramya ! Wonderful post. I had heard about Triphala earlier but refrained from using it because it also acts like a churna, and chances are your body gets used to it. Is this true ? Would it mean we shouldn't take it regularly ? Appreciate all your posts & information.
Using any herb for long duration's is said to lose it's efficiency like you mentioned and that is why Ayurveda recommends taking the herbs with different ingredients depending on the seasons. I would always suggest consulting an ayurvedic physician if taking any herb for long duration's as they will guide one better with the dosage depending on one's body type…
Hello mam,First of all thank u for making us know these things..I have dandruff problem and used fenugreek pack..it gives better result..but how to get rid of acne caused by dandruff..I have the acne in my forehead,front and back of my neckline..please suggest me a solution..Thank you in advance..
I would suggest using the turmeric and holy basil paste from the blog for acne, works really well…
Is there any remedies for cataracts? Looking for your reply. Thank you
Sorry, I don't know any remedy for cataracts…
Hi Ramya madam,I am 29 and am suffering hair loss big time. I am from Chennai city, I saw your blog and have ordered 3 powders online – Triphala, Bringaraj, Ashwagantha. I saw the dosage details from each of the pages. My question is can you tell me whether I can take all of them together at the same time in early morning? Can taking them all cause any side effect or problem?My wife and I are of same height (5.7 feet). Though at first we didn't care much, seems like some of my wife's friends and relatives have made stupid comments about the issue, and now she is deeply hurt. You said Ashwagantha can help but it has no proof to support the same. Is there any medicine or exercise for the same?
Hi Ramya,I suffer from bloating almost on a daily basis…can triphala cure bloating? What dosage should I take? Once I saw in Ramdevs show, he suggested to boil the 3 ingredients and then drink it but drinking after boiling makes me so nauseous that I vomit out as soon as I drink it. What's the correct way of taking triphala?
We use a remedy with dry ginger for treating bloating which his very very effective, here is the remedy:youtube
Taking triphala churna regularly,Is there any bad effect for men in sex life???
Taking triphala will not have any bad side effects on sex life. But please take the correct dosage…
Thanks for your post…..
Thanks for your post…..
Hi . My mother aged 55 years has not attained her menopause yet and she is getting her periods on time every month. Everything being normal can she take this triphala churnam? Would it cause any side effects or lead to menopause?
Ramya How to use thiripala churna
Ramya How to use thiripala churna
Ramya How to use thiripala churna
how to use triphala for kids
Hi Mam,My age is 33.I am suffering from gred issue.Can I take Triphala churna.
I am feeding for my 4 month baby can I take this thriphala churanam. Pls suggest me anyone.I have constipation problem.
I am feeding for my 4 month baby can I take this thriphala churanam. Pls suggest me anyone.I have constipation problem.
Hi mam im 22 age , i hve a gaps&scars on my face …can u say whether this product workout fr me…..
Hi – reading your article is helpful. i am trying to make the powder home but have few doubt
1.should we remove seeds and just use the skin/kernel part of the bibhitaki and haritaki – or we can use the seeds too.?
2. If we must remove seeds – is there any other use of that seed or we just need to throw away?
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Remove the seeds and powder Bina, the seeds can be boiled along with water and used as an insecticide around the house…..
Thank you for the response. I stumbled upon your webpage and really appreciate the content, which is easy to understand/follow plus availability of the basic ingredient’s. The presentation is very neat. Keep going Ramya!!
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So glad you like it….:)